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Taiwanese Workers Surge in U.S. Amid TSMC Expansion

11/20/2025

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In 2024, Taiwanese workers in the United States reached a record 137,000, driven by Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co. (TSMC) expansion.
Overall, 666,000 Taiwanese nationals were employed overseas in 2024, up 45,000 from 2023.
The rebound followed declines during the pandemic and U.S.-China trade tensions.
China remained the top destination for Taiwanese workers, but the United States' share rose to 20.5%, while Japan and South Korea attracted more workers.

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Story summary

In 2024, Taiwanese workers in the United States reached a record 137,000, driven by Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co. (TSMC) expansion.
Overall, 666,000 Taiwanese nationals were employed overseas in 2024, up 45,000 from 2023.
The rebound followed declines during the pandemic and U.S.-China trade tensions.
China remained the top destination for Taiwanese workers, but the United States' share rose to 20.5%, while Japan and South Korea attracted more workers.